Description

3β,12β-Dihydroxy-5α-Androstan-17-One is a high-purity steroid derivative, a key intermediate in the synthesis of complex pharmaceutical compounds. Its defined stereochemistry and functional groups make it a valuable building block for research and development in medicinal chemistry. This compound is primarily utilized by pharmaceutical R&D laboratories and fine chemical manufacturers targeting the production of specialized steroid-based APIs and reference standards.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A critical precursor in the synthesis of more complex steroid-based active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs).
• Reference Standard: Used as an analytical standard in quality control laboratories for method development and validation.
• Biochemical Research: Serves as a starting material or model compound in metabolic pathway studies and steroid hormone research.
• Fine Chemical Synthesis: Employed as a chiral building block for the preparation of novel chemical entities in medicinal chemistry programs.
• Process Development: Used in scaling up and optimizing synthetic routes for steroid manufacturing.

Basic Information

Product Name	3β,12β-Dihydroxy-5α-Androstan-17-One
CAS No.	848-63-5
Molecular Formula	C19H30O3
Molecular Weight	306.44 g/mol
Synonyms	3β,12β-Dihydroxy-5α-androstan-17-one; 5α-Androstane-3β,12β-diol-17-one; 17-Oxo-5α-androstane-3β,12β-diol; 3β,12β-Dihydroxyetioallocholan-17-one; Etiocholan-3β,12β-diol-17-one (5α); 3β,12β-Dihydroxy-17-keto-5α-androstane; 5α-Androstane-3β,12β,17-triol-17-one tautomer
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Quality Control

Our 3β,12β-Dihydroxy-5α-Androstan-17-One is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including HPLC for purity, identity confirmation by IR and NMR, and specific tests for related substances. We provide full traceability and Certificates of Analysis (COA) are available for all shipments, ensuring compliance with your research or production specifications.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry place at a controlled room temperature (15-25°C). Due to its hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive) nature, the container must be kept tightly sealed in a low-humidity environment to prevent degradation.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Identification (NMR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Loss on Drying	≤ 1.0%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%
Single Unknown Impurity (HPLC)	≤ 0.5%
Total Impurities (HPLC)	≤ 2.0%

Note: Specifications can be tailored. Please contact us for the detailed technical data sheet of a specific grade.